Dental services

Find the right care

Not sure which kind of care you need? Start with what is bothering you or what you would like to change. Each category page explains your options in plain language, what to expect at each visit, and how to look after your teeth afterward.

• Due for a checkup or cleaning: see preventive care. Exams, cleanings, fluoride, sealants and guards for every age.
• A tooth that hurts, is chipped or has a cavity: see restorative dentistry. Fillings, crowns and root canals that repair and save the tooth.
• One or more missing teeth: see tooth replacement. Implants, bridges and dentures, compared side by side.
• Gums that bleed, look swollen or are pulling back: see gum care. From a deep cleaning to periodontal treatment.
• Wisdom teeth, or a tooth that may need to come out: see oral surgery. Extractions and wisdom teeth removal, and what comes next.
• A brighter or more even smile: see cosmetic dentistry. Whitening, bonding and veneers.
• Severe pain, swelling or a knocked-out tooth: call us right away and see emergency dental care for what to do in the first few minutes.

If you are still unsure, that is what your visit is for. Tell us what you have noticed, and Dr. Laine or Dr. Scott will examine your teeth, explain what they find, and recommend a plan.

Care for every member of your family

Janzen Dental has cared for families in north Fresno for more than 38 years. Dr. Scott Janzen opened the practice in 1988, and today he practices alongside his daughter, Dr. Laine Janzen. Because we see every age in one office, a parent, a teenager with braces and a grandparent with dentures can all be seen by the same team that knows their history.

For children, that means gentle first visits and habits that last; our pediatric dentistry page covers what to expect. For adults, it means one place for checkups, repairs and cosmetic work. Get to know Dr. Laine, Dr. Scott and the rest of our team.

Your first visit

A first visit usually includes a review of your health history, a thorough exam, any X-rays you need, and in most cases a professional cleaning. We take time to listen to your concerns and goals before recommending anything.

1. Request an appointment online or call our front desk.
2. Print and fill out our patient forms at home to save time at check-in.
3. Bring your insurance card and a list of the medications you take.
4. After your exam, we walk you through what we found and your options.

Our new patients page and our guide to what to expect at an office visit have more detail.

How we plan your treatment

We favor conservative care: saving your natural teeth whenever we can, and choosing the simplest treatment that will last. You will hear what each option involves, how long it takes, how long it is likely to last and what it costs, so you can decide with confidence. Nothing begins until you understand the plan and are comfortable with it.

Prevention is at the heart of that approach. Regular exams and cleanings catch small problems early, when a simple filling can fix what might otherwise need a crown or root canal.

Insurance and payment

We accept most major credit cards, most insurance plans and CareCredit. Most plans cover preventive visits, and many cover part of restorative care such as fillings and crowns. Cosmetic treatment is usually not covered. Our office staff is always available to help with insurance claims and paperwork. See our financial information page for details.

Visit our north Fresno office

Our office is at 7730 N. Fresno Street, Suite 101, near North Fresno Street and East Nees Avenue. We are open Monday to Thursday from 7 AM to 7 PM and Friday from 7 AM to 1 PM, which makes it easier to fit a visit around work and school.

Many of our patients drive in from nearby communities, including Clovis, Madera and Sanger. Find a map and directions on our Fresno office location page, or request an appointment today.